Weather and Climate (SOL 4.4)

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the average of these conditions over a long period.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.

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What factors affect weather?

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Factors include temperature, humidity, wind speed, and types of clouds.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground, often causing destruction.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large, organized storm system characterized by strong winds and heavy rain, forming over warm ocean waters.

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What is the role of the sun in weather?

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The sun provides energy that drives weather patterns by heating the Earth's surface and atmosphere.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.

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What are the four main types of clouds?

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The four main types of clouds are cumulus, stratus, cirrus, and nimbus.

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What is a blizzard?

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A blizzard is a severe snowstorm characterized by strong winds and low visibility.